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Restaurant Smarts September 2016: Soup's On
With high demand for both comfort soup and innovative flavors, restaurateurs can look to soups to boost profits.
Restaurant Smarts August 2016: Plating Proteins
As proteins rise in popularity, consumer diets and nutritional guidelines influence menus.
Restaurant Smarts July 2016: The Surge in Seafood
As the popularity of fish surges, opportunities for innovative dishes and growing profits abound.
Restaurant Smarts June 2016: The Cheese Course
An array of cheeses for sampling provides a great guest experience, not to mention the perfect opportunity to score points in ambience and brand personality.
Restaurant Smarts May 2016: Condiments
Restaurateurs count on condiments for bold flavor delivery that's low-risk and high-reward.
Restaurant Smarts April 2016: Limited-Time Offers
Here's how LTOs can bring excitement and fun to a restaurant's brand.
Restaurant Smarts March 2016: Healthy Choices
Today's consumers crave healthy options that don't sacrifice on flavor.
Restaurant Smarts February 2016: Tools of the Trade
New gadgets and systems are changing the face of the restaurant business.
Restaurant Smarts January 2016: Prepared Foods
Restaurateurs have a secret weapon when it comes to defending their margins.
Restaurant Smarts December 2015: Happy Hour
From appetizers to drinks to bar equipment, here are some key ingredients to liven up an untapped daypart.
Restaurant Smarts October 2015: Global Flavors
A world of taste sensations can help the savvy restaurateur's menu stand out.
Restaurant Smarts September 2015: Trends on the Plate
The best restauranteurs can anticipate everything guests want. What's hot right now, and what's up next?
Restaurant Smarts August 2015: Design Elements
Diners look for a full experience when they choose a restaurant. The setting matters as much as the food and service.
Restaurant Smarts July 2015: From the Garden
Local isn't everything. Plants menued in unique ways can help restaurateurs elevate their brands.
Restaurant Smarts June 2015: Cheese, Of Course
Cheese and its many accompaniments offer an opportunity for savvy restaurateurs to stand out.
RestaurantSmarts May 2015 - Sweet Endings
Vendor partners help restaurateurs capitalize on the growing but oft-overlooked desire for dessert.
RestaurantSmarts March 2015 - Healthy Choices
Food and beverage suppliers help restaurant operators deliver the health-conscious options today's consumers crave.
RestaurantSmarts February 2015 - Tools of the Trade
What the well-stocked restaurateur keeps on hand in both the front and back of the house.
RestaurantSmarts January 2015 - Fancy That!
From the beginning of the meal through to the end, specialty products help elevate restaurant menus.
RestaurantSmarts December 2014 - What Your Guests Want
From vegetables moving toward the center of the plate to guest gravitation toward authentic, ethnic tastes, choice is rampant for restaurants and the consumers they serve.